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Re: Backun Barrels and Bells

Author: curiousclarinetist
Date: 2010-10-11 21:49

I play on Backun Traditional barrels and bells. I really like them. I feel they bring the sound of the instrument together, improve legato, and help the sound to ring more. This is just my opinion though.

My advice is to called Morrie Backun and ask for a trial package. You pay for the price of one unit and they will ship you several on evaluation. You are under no obligation to by, and if you choose to return them you are only out the shipping costs.

Also, have your son's teacher listen to him try them. (if he doesn't have a teacher, find someone that is qualified) Your son needs the guidance of older and more experienced players to help him in making such big, and expensive, decisions. Backun products are nice, and they are cool, but don't let that be the reason for his wanting them. Sound, feel, and intonation are all more important than how "in" a product is.

I just posted an entry about this on my blog.

curiousclarinetist.blogspot.com

Under Clarinet Reeds and the Plethora of Clarinet Accessories.

Hope this helps!

Curious Clarinetist
http://curiousclarinetist.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Curious-Clarinetist/155848744465821

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